Eve Tuft is a Photographer specializing in Senior Photography in Michigan in the cities of Midland, Bay City and Saginaw

First and Last Senior Guy Session of the Year

October 17, 2019

Can you believe that I’ve only photographed one senior guy this whole year? There’s something about girls wanting their senior pictures more than guys. What do you think it is? I love taking pictures of guys because they are so easy to pose, and they always just know how to go with the flow.

Meet Scott. This senior guy is extremely brilliant, witty, smart and kind. He reminds me a little of one of my boys. Scott and his mom wanted his senior pictures taken at Dow Gardens for one of their locations. This place is special to them. His mother has worked and volunteered here for years, and Scott has been able to help out as well. You can see them helping out with the Butterfly Exhibit. I’ve also seen them at the pollination fair. And there was one year when I saw them dressed up as jellyfish for trick-or-treaters going around the gardens. (Speaking of which, Halloween is only a couple weeks away!!! I’m so, super duper excited.)

Scott and Jesica didn’t have a particular spot they wanted pictures taken at, so I took them where I felt was best for him. Man, I love this door!

Snior guy leaning against a green barn door at Dow Gardens | Senior Portraits in Michigan A teenage boy leaning against a railing outside by a small pond at Dow Gardens | Senior Photographer in Midland, Michigan

A senior guy smiles at the camera while sitting on rocks by a stream | Seniot Photographer in Midland, Michigan A senior boy and his mom with their arms around each other outside | Michigan Senior Photographer in Midland

Seniors! Any time you let your mom jump in the frame with you is a good time! I promise you won’t regret having her in the picture with you. Next week I’ll show you where we went next.

Stratford Woods Senior Photography Session

September 13, 2019

Stratford Woods is literally about six minutes away from my house. Although I had heard about it before and had seen it from the freeway, I had never gone there until the day before this high school senior’s photo shoot. Whaa?? I took my kids there during the day the week before school started to check things out for my shoot. We loved it! We’ve lived here in Midland for five years. Five years! And we had never made it to Stratford Woods. Since we had such a good time, we actually made it back two more times during the following week. I think we’ll be visiting there a lot next year.

Last week, I blogged about the first half of Saige’s senior photo session. We had such a fun time with her mom and friends. And although it was busy near the Tridge when we arrived, the crowds seemed to clear afterwards. For her second location, we came here. We got there in time for some sun, and would you look at that back light!

We also got one of my favorite shots ever… Look at those gorgeous eyes.

After the sun dipped behind the trees, we focused more on the beach. Saige was brave enough to get into the water a bit.

And I love the colors that were reflected in the water from the sky. It was the perfect ending to a beautiful senior session.

Reviews

Here’s what Saige had to say about her session:

“I’m absolutely in love with my pictures. I couldn’t have asked for a better, more comfortable setting, and a fun time on top of that. I’m so grateful for the beautiful job that Eve did and I really hope to work with her again!”

Her mom said:

“My daughter’s senior pictures experience with Eve far exceeded our expectations. Eve’s professional approach to photography was delightfully personable, which helped the outcome of some GORGEOUS pictures. She is so creative and artistic, she captured Saige so beautifully. We are so grateful to Eve and could not have asked for a better outcome. We were blessed with the opportunity to work with Eve and gain a beautiful friend.”

Thanks for the kind words, you two! I am SO glad I’ve had the opportunity to work with you this year. Good luck with your senior year!

The Tridge Senior Session

September 5, 2019

Ah, the Tridge. It’s such an iconic place for us Midland folk. My family and I take walks there often in the summer, and anytime we have someone visit us from out of town, that is the number one spot we take them to. In fact, many people go to the Tridge. I love that it’s always full of people who are walking or biking or skateboarding. When this senior said she wanted to take pictures here, I was excited! Though I’ve done senior sessions in downtown Midland, I have never done one on the Tridge itself. I was also a little apprehensive because of how busy I know it can be. Cloning people out in Photoshop can be a daunting task.

We met in the Farmer’s Market parking lot, and it was COMPLETELY PACKED. I don’t know what they had going on there, but every high school student seemed to be there for some sort of career fair. I didn’t think we could pull off pictures on the Tridge, but I was certainly going to try anyway.

Saige and I met last year when I took her friend’s senior pictures. I also got Saige to be my model for a special photo shoot involving a gorgeous dress. I am so excited that I was able to take her senior pictures this year! She and her mother are amazing, and I love being around them. Of course, Grace, Ella and Violet came too, and they are the best.

We started by walking all around downtown Midland for her senior session. Check these out!

I love that she wore layers and jewelry for her first outfit! That’s always a good choice. We made our way to the Tridge, and the crowds had dissipated some, so we attempted pictures there with her second outfit. Although we did have to wait for people to pass in order to get a few shots, I love the ones we came away with! Also, how cute is that shirt??

I just adore this next shot of Saige.

Next week I’ll be sharing where we went next! It was a new-to-me location that I can’t wait to show you.

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Rose Garden Senior Photo Shoot in Midland, Michigan

August 30, 2019

Dow Gardens has a rose garden. Have you ever been there? It’s one of my favorite spots in the entire 110-acre place. I especially love to take pictures there, though I have never taken senior pictures there. Until now. Last week, I blogged about the first half of Emma’s senior session. Today, I’ll show you the pictures we got at Dow Gardens.

After we spent some time in Downtown Midland, we drove over to Dow Gardens. Emma also changed into her next outfit, and I have to say that I loved it. The pop of yellow, her hair pinned back, everything came together perfectly. Take a look:

That yellow next to those vibrant flowers is just divine. The next two are some of my favorites from the entire evening. I love that soft smile so much. I also love this particular pathway. The light is tunneled here on Emma’s face, and the overhang of trees frames her so nicely.

We walked over to the rose garden next. I have taken so many pictures of so many roses here before, and I was so excited to finally get a senior subject in front of the camera here! The next few are seriously some of my favorites ever. EVER. Look at that smile.

This one though, tops the cake for me.

After we finished in the rose garden, she changed again, put her hair up, and we took a few around the Children’s Garden and in some corn. Who knew corn could be so photogenic?

Reviews

Here is what Emma said about her session: “I had such a great session with Eve! Right when I met her I felt completely comfortable with her. Her photography skills are incredible, and I’m so happy we chose her for my senior pictures. She has an amazing ability to make you laugh and capture your personality in pictures! I was in awe when I got all my pictures back to see how beautiful they were.”

Her mom said: “Eve was a pleasure to work with. The images she was able to capture reflected Emma’s personality, and I believe that was a result of her ability to help Emma feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera. I would highly recommend Eve to any senior!”

I loved taking these pictures for you, Emma! You are fun, sweet, and made a wonderful model for me.

Downtown Midland, Michigan After the Rain

August 22, 2019

Last week I had a photo shoot scheduled for Downtown Midland. It rained all afternoon on the day of this particular senior photo shoot. I kept a close eye on the weather, and it kept saying it was going to stop soon. But as the time passed on, it just kept going. What to do, what to do. Our shoot was scheduled for 6:30, and by 5:30 I texted Emma and suggested we cancel. The rain was supposed to stop by 6:30. But I didn’t want to chance it. Emma, however, wanted to go for it all the way! It was still raining by the time I left my house at 6:10 to meet up at the Farmer’s Market in downtown Midland. Literally two minutes before I got there, the rain stopped!

My seniors get to bring along four outfits. Sometimes we’ll schedule a pre-consultation where I get to look at their outfit choices and advise them on what to wear. I didn’t get to meet with Emma before the shoot, so her outfits were a surprise to me. I love what she brought. Seniors, if you want some advice on what to wear, here it is: aside from wearing something that is you, mix it up a bit! Emma brought something fall-y (a cozy and cute sweater). She also brought a summer dress (feminine and sweet). Four her next one, she wore a bright and funky hippie outfit that was so much fun! And then she wore a cute white blouse and jean skirt. See how much variety she was able to get out of her clothing? I loved them all.

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